A Few Of FR's Finest....Every Day....01-14-04....FReepercise 2004

dansangel

[dansangel]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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The holidays are over and we've all eaten *way* more than we want to admit to or even face up to. The promise was made on New Year's Eve (c'mon, 'fess up to it) to shed any and *all* excess poundage.

I can empathize that you need all the help that you can get. So, being the concerned FReeper FRiend that I am, I have decided to rerun a thread I brought to you last summer:


by dansangel



Admit it - Free Republic is *so* addictive, you just don't get anywhere near the recommended daily amount of exercise. Add to that the holiday season that just passed, and can you say, "Double-whammy?" You're in good company, so don't feel ashamed. By following the scientifically developed exercise regimen designed specifically for FReepers and presented below, you will be guaranteed to "shed those unwanted pounds, tone up flab and add *years* to your life, or your money back!"

So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

First, it is *imperative* that you have the proper area in which to perform your exercise program. Study the above chart carefully and conform your workspace to the specs given before starting the FReepercise program.

Next, it is always recommended that you start out slowly and work your way up to the more difficult exercises. With this in mind, the above illustrated exercise is perfect to start. Take your hands and s-t-r-e-t-c-h them as far as they will go over the width of the keyboard. Now, relax. S-t-r-e-t-c-h and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest for five minutes and go on to the next set.

OK. Next, you will need to find a soft, squishy object that fits in the palm of your hand. A cat or dog toy will do. Looking at the above example, hold the object in your hand in a similar fashion and s-q-u-e-e-z-e. Relax. Now, once again s-q-u-e-e-z-e and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest only for four minutes this time and then it's on to the next set.

Now comes the fun. It is scientifically proven that computer games cause your heart rate to elevate along with blood pressure and respiration. Since this is a sign of exertion, it qualifies as FReepercise. Fire up your favorite program and have at it for 30 minutes. When finished, take a five minute breather. Then, it's on to something a bit more rigorous.

Place both of feet firmly on the floor. As illustrated above, lean a-l-l the way over to your right, as far as you can go. Then, lean a-l-l the way over to your left, again as far as you can go. Repeat ten times. Feel the burn! This time, rest ten minutes. You'll need it.

For this one, you'll need to leave the comfort of your work space. Find a couple of two-pound weights and an object that can be used as a step. A couple of wine bottles and the kid's annoying boombox will do. Look at the picture above and do the drill. Think he looks like a dork? Just don't look in the mirror. You'll be fine. Oh, and about fifty of those will suffice.



Tired yet? Good. No pain, no gain. Repeat the above carefully planned regimen for the next 6 weeks and you, too can look like this:

Or this:

Or even this:

*Guaranteed* ~ Or, your money back. [*G*]

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 01-12-04 Military Monday 01-13-04 Celebrate Living

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

Thanks, Mixer!

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2) Once there you can click on any month and even click to the right to go into next year. Once you are in the month that you joined FR you will need to click on the number in the calendar and then an add item screen will come up.
3) In the next box enter your name in the "Calendar Text" field and then click on submit.
4) If any of the screens fail to load simply click on refresh in your browser and that will usually fix it.
5) If all else fails or simply if you want me to do this for you send me a FReepmail and I will gladly do it for you. ~Mixer

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[Aquamarine]

At least it was coffee flavored, you know how much everyone loves coffee around here. :)

[Aquamarine]

You're just one step ahead of us with this carb smart stuff. lol! Made chicken salad for lunch and have had zero carbs today... I think.

[dansangel]

So, is that *you* or one of your many aliases? Hmmmmm?

[GailA]

yummy, my favorite brand if ice cream...especially if it's Strawberry.

[dansangel]

At least it was coffee flavored

So, it has *some* redeeming value, I guess. Gee, you'd think with all caffeine floating around here, there'd be more *FReepercising*!

[WVNan]

Remember a couple of things about the no carb diet Aqua. Drink tons of water at first because your body will be throwing off toxins like crazy. Take vitamins C,E,BComplex and probably a Potassium. Those are the two most important things. Reading Dr. Atkin's book is really helpful because he explains what is going on in your body.

[FreeTheHostages]

LOL, at my age, unbirthdays are BETTER!!

Thanks for the missing cake!

[FreeTheHostages]

yes, I recognize all the faces on the cake!

Hey, cake and ice cream, this is turning out to be some Feepercise!!

[WVNan]

If this is an un-party I will bring my un-carb cheesecake. Happy un-birthday Freezie.

[deadhead]

OK, I rested. LOL, yes Billie, you caught me laying down on the job.
Then I did my warm-ups as suggested by dansangel.
Now I am ready to go dancing :-)

[nicmarlo]

Get FReepercising!

I haven't been able to be online very much for the past few days....either work or others have prevented me from doing so! Even in a few minutes, I "get" to play taxi cab for my daughter, braving the elements of zero degrees outside, to take her on an errand....so I'll be offline again soon....and let me tell you, marshmallow I will not be when I return! : )

[nicmarlo]

Hope you had a fun days a Bally's and the Museum, sneakymeeky! : )

[dutchess]

Hey sistah dansy...finest family and friends. A very quick in and out...need to start working on Johns 2cents....I am somewhat intimidated following Aqua and Billie who are awesome at photo editing...sigh...some day...but John's 2cents is a well worth the read...'course we all know that

dansy...again great job today...actually it is TIME to "get off my behind" and start an exercise program! (so long as it doesn't interfere with freeping...work yes...freeping no way LOL!)

Billie...tell me that really isn't your wrist!!!! Way too funny!

[dansangel]

Now I am ready to go dancing :-)

Wow! I need to get on board for *your* exercise program.

You're ready to go dancing and I'm about ready for bed!

((((((Colleen)))))))

[Mama_Bear]

Okay dansy, I have put down the jelly donut, donned my exercise duds and am going to give this freepersize thing a try. You did say the results are guaranteed?

Wishing one and all a pleasant evening. I am off to run some errands, I will do my best to get back here this evening.

[dansangel]

....and let me tell you, marshmallow I will not be when I return! : )

Phew! OK, OK!

More like a *toasted* marshmallow - LOL!

(((((nic)))))

:-)

[dansangel]

Hey sistah (((((((dutchess))))))

I'm sure tomorrow's thread will be absolutely fabulous.

No excuses, girl - feel the burn!

:-)

[dansangel]

You did say the results are guaranteed?

Absolutely - you can look either like this:

or this:

The choice is yours (((((Mama_Bear))))))))

:-)

[dansangel]

I have got to go wind down for the day. Very busy times at work and another busy day ahead.

Remember: *No* whining - just get out there and FReepercise!!

Thanks to all and have a great night!

[LadyX]

Coming back for the evening run, I just saw your new tagline, Nan!
LOL

"Hell is ......like, so uncool.)"